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Be a hero for our rare disease patients
At Ultragenyx we fundamentally believe that taking real impactful action to care for the needs of patients and our people is always the right thing to achieve this goal our vision is to lead the future of rare disease medicine. For us this means going where other biopharma companies wont go challenging the status quo and creating a new model that advances our field so more patients and caregivers can benefit from life-changing treatments. We do this by following the science applying a novel rapid development approach making innovative medicines at fair and reasonable prices and creating a collaborative ecosystem to reach patients in ways that are most meaningful for them.
Our commitment and care for patients extends to our people so culture is an essential cornerstone for Ultragenyx. We remain continuously focused on creating a supportive and inclusive environment of profound learning and growth so employees can thrive in all areas of their lives in and outside of we want to be an organization where we would be proud for our family friends and children to work.
If you want to have a meaningful impact do the best work of your career and grow a lot both professionally andpersonally come join our team.
Position Summary:
As an investigator you will lead and participate in investigation teams to identify root causes assess risk evaluate product and process impact develop effective CAPAs and provide recommendations on batch disposition for deviations. You will provide subject matter expertise on GMP facilities utilities equipment and associated validation and their impact on manufacturing processes to support deviations.
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Work Model:
Core Lab & Ops: This role typically requires that the majority of the work be conducted on-site and thus will be subject to certain on-site safety protocols during the pandemic.
Responsibilities:
- Apply Ultragenyxs business processes for deviations and investigations to complex facilities equipment and environmental-related deviations
- Performs thorough detailed and timely deviation investigations and generation of high quality and timely investigation reports
- Apply and coach others on the use of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) tools such as 5 Whys Fishbone Is-Is Not and Scatterplot in support of investigations and deviation reports
- Develop collaborative relationships with related functions including Facilities/Engineering teams Manufacturing Operations Quality Assurance MSAT Quality Control Validation and Pharmaceutical Development
- Leverage process and equipment knowledge Quality and Operational Excellence toolkits in completing thorough investigations
- Coach others team members on investigation and RCA tools
- Analyze trends for Engineering and Facilities deviations
- Represent Technical Operations in relation to deviation trends metrics and performance
- Provide regular updates to investigation stakeholders
- Support and represent complex investigations to Health authorities during inspections
Requirements:
- Minimum B.S. degree in scientific field such as engineering microbiology chemistry or biochemistry
- 8 years of experience in biopharmaceutical biotechnology cell or gene therapy industries with Facilities Engineering or Quality roles
- Fundamental understanding of the investigation process as it applies to GMP systems such as facilities (including HVAC and cleanroom) clean utilities automated process equipment calibrations/ maintenance manufacturing and laboratory issues
- Ability to coordinate and facilitate meetings lead conversations and influence teams
- Knowledge of domestic and international GMP regulations and their application in the manufacture of biologics cell or gene therapy products
- Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information or complex situations to stakeholders in a concise and clear manner
- Technical knowledge of the processes and systems involved in the manufacturing of biologics and ATMPs
- Experience with or ability to learn Six Sigma / DMAIC and investigation management techniques
- Ability to facilitate and use structured problem solving and Root Cause Analysis tools including 5 Whys Fishbone Is-Is Not Scatterplot
- Excellent technical writing skills. Prior experience authoring technical reports and regulatory submissions is desired
- Strong verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information or complex situations to senior leadership and/or health authority inspectors in a concise and clear manner
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Full Time employees across the globe enjoy a range of benefits including but not limited to:
Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
Volunteer days
Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
Employee wellbeing benefits
Fitness reimbursement
Tuition sponsoring
Professional development plans
* Benefits vary by region and country
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